Nachos

This classic Mexican appetizer made with crispy corn tortilla chips, spicy salsa, and plenty of melted cheese. Some versions also include seasoned ground meat. They are often served in restaurants as a shareable starter, but they're incredibly easy to make at home

Ingredients

• nacho corn tortilla chips

• cheddar cheese (the more cheese, the better the nachos)

• sour cream, for serving

For the Salsa

• 1 tomato

• 1 small shallot

• 1 clove garlic

• 1/2 jalapeño pepper (or to taste)

• cilantro

• 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice

• salt to taste

Steps

Salsa

1. Finely dice the tomato and shallot

2. Finely chop the garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro

3. Add the lemon or lime juice and salt, then mix well

4. Arrange a layer of tortilla chips on a baking sheet

5. Generously sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese

6. Add a second layer of chips and sprinkle with more cheese

7. Bake in a preheated 200°C (390°F) oven for 2 minutes

8. Remove from the oven and top with the salsa, more cheese, and a few jalapeño slices

9. Return to the oven for another 2–3 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted

Serve immediately. Delicious served with sour cream for dipping the chips into